Thurrock
Restrictions on Offers
Restrictions on Offers
Being the top bidder for a property does not automatically guarantee that the property will be offered to the applicant.
It is still the responsibility of the Council to make a final judgment on whether or not it is appropriate to allocate a certain property to a particular applicant.
In the following circumstances an offer is not likely to be made:
Property Related Debts
Where customers have built up property related debt, such as damage to council property, rent or council tax arrears, this will be taken into account when allocations are made. An offer of accommodation will not usually be made, even where the applicant is the top bidder.
Adequately Housed
Where customers are housed in accommodation that meets their needs, an offer of accommodation will not usually be made, even where the applicant is the top bidder. This applies to private, council, housing association and tied tenants.
Anti-Social Behaviour
Where the council or other landlord has evidence that a household is committing anti-social behaviour - such as vandalism or neighbour nuisance - the households will not be eligible for an offer.
Transfer Applicants
Applicants transferring from a Council Tenancy will need to pass an inspection on their current property. This will be carried out by an Estates Officer.
If the property is found to be in poor decorative condition you will not be allowed to move. Poor decorative condition includes wallpaper, paintwork or ceiling plaster that is chipped, discoloured, peeling or generally in bad condition.
If you leave the property in an unacceptable condition then you may be recharged. Contact your Estates Officer before bidding if you think this applies to you.